Toyota’s bZ4X name may be retired
In an automotive twist that could very well have brought peace to the world of nonsensical car naming, Toyota is reportedly retiring the name “bZ4X” for its electric crossover. The name, widely regarded as a cryptogram designed to unlock a futuristic doomsday device, will soon be laid to rest in the annals of uninspired marketing […]
Happy belated ‘boxy’ day
The automotive world appears to have hit “rewind” on its design sensibilities, as a new wave of boxy cars and SUVs are taking over the roads, reviving the sharp-edged, square-jawed look of yesteryear. Forget sleek curves—today’s vehicles are flaunting proud right angles and angular profiles. From the revamped 2025 Subaru Forester to the blockier 2026 […]
BMW Powers Ahead with Solar Expansion and Electric Fleet
BMW Group Australia has recently completed a major expansion of its solar panel array at its Melbourne headquarters, increasing the number of solar panels from 200 to an impressive 1,109. This upgrade raises the system’s output to 500kW, capable of generating 600 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy per year—enough to fully power all 26 on-site electric […]
How about a 7-seater Grand Vitara?
Maruti Suzuki is apparently gearing up to introduce a 7-seater Grand Vitara, a move that expands its popular SUV lineup to cater to larger families and customers seeking more space and versatility. The vehicle, heavily inspired by the upcoming electric e-Vitara, is currently undergoing testing and is set for a likely launch in late 2025 […]
Mahindra revolutionises in-car entertainment
Mahindra Collaborates with AR Rahman and 15 times Grammy and 1 Latin Grammy Award winner, renowned sound recording engineer Richard King to Unveil India’s Most Immersive In-Car Audio System Mahindra & Mahindra has revolutionised in-car entertainment with the launch of the ‘Sonic Studio Experience by Mahindra,’ a groundbreaking audio platform that sets new benchmarks for […]
Suzuki e Vitara global debut in 2025
Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, to introduce its first eBorn – e VITARA, in India at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The vehicle, coined as an “Emotional Versatile Cruiser,” is built on the HEARTECT-e platform specifically designed for battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The e VITARA represents Maruti Suzuki’s commitment […]
$8billion discounts on EVs unsustainable
The UK automotive industry (yes UK numbers but the pain is real here in NZ too) is facing unsustainable financial pressures as it works to meet stringent decarbonisation targets. According to Mike Hawes, Chief Executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), manufacturers have incurred over £4 billion in discounting costs in the […]
Rudy the Robot: Jaguar’s Unsung Hero Saving Christmas at -40°C
In the frozen depths of JLR’s (Jaguar Land Rover) Gaydon Engineering Centre, where temperatures drop to a bone-chilling -40°C, Rudy the Robot braves the cold to perform miracles in the realm of luxury car testing. With a work ethic rivaling Santa’s elves, Rudy is not wrapping presents but slamming doors—14,000 times over Christmas, to be […]
4 Ring’s fourth Sphere
Audi’s Activesphere Concept As the fourth model in the series, the Audi activesphere concept marks the conclusion of Audi’s sphere concept vehicles. Following on from the Audi skysphere roadster in 2021, and both the Audi grandsphere sedan, and the Audi urbansphere space concept in April 2022, a four-door crossover coupé with an astonishingly versatile body […]
Audi explains their new-look rings
Audi stands for Vorsprung durch Technik, for innovative mobility. A promise that the four rings aim to reflect through a progressive design. In this interview, designer André Georgi and brand strategist, Frederik Kalisch explain what it means for Audi now that its cars bear new rings. “The introduction of the new corporate identity is an […]